editorial guide

What first-time visitors should know about Japan

A calm editorial briefing on pace, etiquette, transport and the choices that make a first Japan trip easier.

Japan is approachable without being frictionless. Learn a few transport patterns, keep the itinerary humane and leave room for small discoveries.

Good planning removes pressure; it should not schedule every hour.

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